Poster Print : Dutch boy and girl
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Dutch boy and girl
A Dutch boy and girl, Hans and Gretchen, have a conversation over a washtub.
circa 1910s
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Media ID 7185737
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10528217
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20x30 inch Poster Print
"Bring a touch of nostalgia to your home decor with our exquisite Dutch Boy and Girl Poster Print from the Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection. This charming image of Hans and Gretchen engaged in a conversation over a washtub transports you to the simpler times of the 1910s. Each print is meticulously produced to showcase the intricate details and vibrant colors of the original artwork. Add this delightful piece to your living room, kitchen, or bedroom for a warm, inviting ambiance. Experience the joy of the past, present, and beyond with Media Storehouse's high-quality poster prints."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 47.9cm x 76.8cm (18.9" x 30.2")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this charming photograph from the 1910s, we find two Dutch children, Hans and Gretchen, engaged in a lively conversation over a washtub. The scene is set in the heart of Holland, with the orange, green, and blue hues of the traditional Dutch houses serving as a picturesque backdrop. Hans, dressed in a crisp white shirt and suspenders, leans in attentively to Gretchen, who sits atop the washtub, her pink dress and blue apron adding a pop of color to the scene. Despite the household chores that surround them, the children's focus is solely on each other. Gretchen playfully smokes a pipe, her eyes sparkling with mischief and flirtatiousness. Hans, with a smile on his face, seems to be thoroughly amused by her antics. The washtub, once a symbol of hard work and labor, has become a stage for their innocent and heartwarming exchange. This image captures the essence of childhood in a bygone era, where simple pleasures and the company of loved ones brought joy and happiness. The racial diversity of the children, a reflection of the multicultural fabric of Dutch society during this time, adds an extra layer of authenticity to the scene. The photograph is a testament to the universal language of love and connection, transcending time and place. The 1910s were a period of significant change in the Netherlands, with the country undergoing modernization and industrialization. Yet, amidst the rapid transformation, the bond between Hans and Gretchen remains unchanged, a reminder of the timeless human connection that endures through the ages. This photograph, taken from the Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection, is a treasure trove of history and nostalgia, inviting us to take a moment to appreciate the beauty and simplicity of a bygone era.
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